CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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Standard Meetings
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RESEARCH DAYS The Chapter sponsors monthly (except December) research days at four libraries in Los Angeles County: •SCGS Library in Burbank on the third Tuesday •Richard Riordan Central Library in downtown Los Angeles on the third Saturday •Family History Library in West Los Angeles on the first Thursday South Bay Family History Center in Torrance on the fourth Thursday except in November where it will be on the fifth Thursday 
Los Angeles FamilySearch Library
Research days are hosted on specific dates at the San Diego Central Library and are sometimes accompanied by a presentation.
San Diego Central Library
Torrance Family History Center
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GENEALOGY GARAGE WORKSHOPS
The Chapter co-hosts the monthly Genealogy Garage workshop at the Richard Riordan Central Library in downtown Los Angeles on the morning of the third Saturday of the month (except December). 
GENERAL MEETINGS
The Chapter hosts a general meeting during the months of February, May, August, and December, unless otherwise announced. General meetings feature workshops or lectures, selected research materials, individual research opportunities, sharing of information, a family style no-host lunch, and sometimes an afternoon workshop. Attendees are afforded the opportunity to shop at our sales table, study the pedigree charts of members and have free access to the research collection housed at the library. Individual assistance is available through our member volunteers as well as networking. All meetings are held from 10am-4pm at the SCGS Library in Burbank unless otherwise noted. 
Southern California Genealogical Society
ANNUAL EVENTS
Every October the Chapter hosts an annual Viva la Familia celebration of our Hispanic heritage at a rotating historic site in Southern California. Every December, join us for our annual Holiday Potluck and General meeting at our Burbank location. We also participate in the annual Genealogical Jamboree sponsored by the Southern California Genealogical Society (SCGS), as well as other community events. Check our Calendar of Events for specific information. |
Hispanic Days
NO RESEARCH DAYS IN DECEMBER
Summer/Fall
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Saturday, October 13, 3pm-4pm
Viva La Familia Fiesta
Re-Imagining Indigenous Identities: Coyotes, Genízaros, Hybridity, and Slavery in the Southwest
Dr. Bernardo Gallegos will discuss select topics from his book, “Postcolonial Indigenous Performances: Coyote Musings on Genízaros, Hybridity, Education, and Slavery,” that examine Native American slavery and captivity in the colonial southwest, with emphasis on Coyotes (indigenous mixed-bloods) of Pueblo/Spanish ancestry as well as descendants of Indigenous servants. Professor Gallegos will also discuss hybrid religious sites/practices such as el Cerro de Tepeyac, the site of the templo of the pre-Columbian Goddess Tonánztin; el Santuario de Chimayo, the pre-Hispanic Tewa religious site that also continues to serve as the destination for pilgrims; The Santo Niña/o of Zuni; and the Comanche dances of the Atrisco community of Albuquerque. The book emerges in part from the author’s childhood in the Barelas and Atrisco neighborhoods of Albuquerque, two of the several mixed-blood indigenous communities of New Mexico plagued by a devastating heroin epidemic in the 1950s. Dr. Gallegos, a Coyote by birth, also embraces Coyote as trickster in Native American literature and lore, and as border crosser in Mexican and Mexican American contemporary culture.
East Los Angeles Library, Chicano Resource Center
4837 E. Third St.
Los Angeles, CA 90022
Flier and Map
For more information: cath.romero@sbcglobal.net
Viva La Familia Fiesta
Re-Imagining Indigenous Identities: Coyotes, Genízaros, Hybridity, and Slavery in the Southwest
Dr. Bernardo Gallegos will discuss select topics from his book, “Postcolonial Indigenous Performances: Coyote Musings on Genízaros, Hybridity, Education, and Slavery,” that examine Native American slavery and captivity in the colonial southwest, with emphasis on Coyotes (indigenous mixed-bloods) of Pueblo/Spanish ancestry as well as descendants of Indigenous servants. Professor Gallegos will also discuss hybrid religious sites/practices such as el Cerro de Tepeyac, the site of the templo of the pre-Columbian Goddess Tonánztin; el Santuario de Chimayo, the pre-Hispanic Tewa religious site that also continues to serve as the destination for pilgrims; The Santo Niña/o of Zuni; and the Comanche dances of the Atrisco community of Albuquerque. The book emerges in part from the author’s childhood in the Barelas and Atrisco neighborhoods of Albuquerque, two of the several mixed-blood indigenous communities of New Mexico plagued by a devastating heroin epidemic in the 1950s. Dr. Gallegos, a Coyote by birth, also embraces Coyote as trickster in Native American literature and lore, and as border crosser in Mexican and Mexican American contemporary culture.
East Los Angeles Library, Chicano Resource Center
4837 E. Third St.
Los Angeles, CA 90022
Flier and Map
For more information: cath.romero@sbcglobal.net
Thursday, September 27, 6pm-8:30pm
TORRANCE Hispanic Thursday Research Day
Looking for an opportunity to focus on your Hispanic research without distractions and with direction? Then join Juan and Rachel Rodriguez, experienced family researchers at the Torrance Family History Center where you will have access to Familysearch.org, Ancestry.com, microfilm, and microfiche readers.
Juan Rodriguez was born in Mexico City. He did family research at the former Huntington Park Family History Center from 2002 to 2012. His parents involved him in genealogy research since he was very young. Rachel Rodriguez was born in Chihuahua, Mexico. She has been doing genealogy research since 2002. Each have been given the assignment of Area Family History Consultants for Spanish speaking units for the LDS church since 2012.
Torrance Family History Center
22605 Kent Ave
Torrance, CA 90505
Telephone: 310-791-6256.
Map, Website and Flier
TORRANCE Hispanic Thursday Research Day
Looking for an opportunity to focus on your Hispanic research without distractions and with direction? Then join Juan and Rachel Rodriguez, experienced family researchers at the Torrance Family History Center where you will have access to Familysearch.org, Ancestry.com, microfilm, and microfiche readers.
Juan Rodriguez was born in Mexico City. He did family research at the former Huntington Park Family History Center from 2002 to 2012. His parents involved him in genealogy research since he was very young. Rachel Rodriguez was born in Chihuahua, Mexico. She has been doing genealogy research since 2002. Each have been given the assignment of Area Family History Consultants for Spanish speaking units for the LDS church since 2012.
Torrance Family History Center
22605 Kent Ave
Torrance, CA 90505
Telephone: 310-791-6256.
Map, Website and Flier
Tuesday, September 18, 2018 11am-4pm
BURBANK Hispanic Tuesday Research Day
Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned researcher, you can benefit from the personal attention of Leonard Trujillo, a veteran Hispanic researcher specializing in California and New Mexico research. He is a descendant of the founders of the California village of Agua Mansa (now Colton, San Bernardino County).
Southern California Genealogical Society Library
417 Irving Dr.
Burbank, CA 91504
Directions: (818)843-7247
Map
BURBANK Hispanic Tuesday Research Day
Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned researcher, you can benefit from the personal attention of Leonard Trujillo, a veteran Hispanic researcher specializing in California and New Mexico research. He is a descendant of the founders of the California village of Agua Mansa (now Colton, San Bernardino County).
Southern California Genealogical Society Library
417 Irving Dr.
Burbank, CA 91504
Directions: (818)843-7247
Map
Saturday, September 15, 2018 11am-12:30pm
Genealogy Garage: Is GEDMatch for You?
So you've taken a DNA test: now what? You can find even more matches by uploading your results to GEDMatch.com. LAPL Genealogy Librarian Julie Huffman will explain the ins and outs, and even talk a little about how this resource was used to capture the Golden State Killer!
Central Library
630 W. 5th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90071
History & Genealogy Dept.
Lower Level 4
Meeting Room LL420 (at the foot of the escalator)
Map and flier
Sponsored by:
the Central Library, the Genealogical Society of Hispanic America, Southern California Chapter, and the Southern California Genealogical Society
Genealogy Garage: Is GEDMatch for You?
So you've taken a DNA test: now what? You can find even more matches by uploading your results to GEDMatch.com. LAPL Genealogy Librarian Julie Huffman will explain the ins and outs, and even talk a little about how this resource was used to capture the Golden State Killer!
Central Library
630 W. 5th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90071
History & Genealogy Dept.
Lower Level 4
Meeting Room LL420 (at the foot of the escalator)
Map and flier
Sponsored by:
the Central Library, the Genealogical Society of Hispanic America, Southern California Chapter, and the Southern California Genealogical Society